Navigating the Medicare Maze: Top Strategies for Finding Healthcare Insurance by Ron Morris
2024-08-27 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rogue Valley Metaphysical Library, 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, 97520
Medicare, the federal health insurance program for people aged 65 and older, can often feel like a complex and bewildering maze. With its various parts, plans, and rules, understanding how to navigate Medicare effectively is crucial for ensuring optimal healthcare and financial well-being in retirement. This lecture aims to demystify the intricacies of Medicare and provide seniors with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed decisions.
Medicare rules and coverage options can change, making it essential to stay informed. Understanding Medicare enrollment periods is critical. Strategies for those who missed their enrollment period will be discussed, ensuring that people know their options.
Choosing between Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Original Medicare is a significant decision that impacts coverage and costs. Financial assistance programs can provide substantial relief for people with limited income and resources.
Come and get a comprehensive understanding of Medicare. This will enable you to navigate the system confidently and make decisions that best suit your healthcare needs and financial situation.
Ronald Morris has specialized in Medicare health applications at Reinholdt & O’Harra Insurance in Ashland since 2012. Ron lives in Southern Oregon with more pets than most, and enjoys wine tasting and golf. Presenter’s Website: https://www.reinholdtins.com
FREE ADMISSION – 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, OR. One mile west of I-5 Exit 14

Wednesday Open Meditation
2024-08-28 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-09-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Kagyu Sukha Choling, 109 Clear Creek Drive, Ashland, 97520
Each Wednesday from noon to 1:00 pm, the KSC Sanctuary will be open to all for meditation.
We invite you to come and meditate quietly in your own way.

Lithia Park Guided Walks
2024-08-31 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-09-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Lithia Park, Winburn Way, Ashland, OR, 97520
Lithia Park Guided Walks are back for 2024!
Walks take place every Saturday morning at 10 a.m. Please meet at the Lithia Park sign at the entrance to the park across from the downtown plaza.
Walks are led by passionate and knowledgeable volunteers and last between an hour and an hour and a half. Walks are FREE for everyone and cover the history, flora, and fauna of Ashland’s crown jewel.
For more info please visit: www.ashland.or.us/lithiaguidedwalks.

Central Point Woodcarvers
2024-08-31 11:30 - 15:00 | Woodcarving, 123 N St, Central Point, OR, 97502, United States
The Central Point Woodcarvers carving group meets from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays at the Central Point Senior Resource Center, 123 N. Second St., Central Point.
There is a fee of $10 per month, or $55 a year if paid annually.
We teach and share ideas for beginners, novices, and intermediate woodcarvers. The various members do several styles of woodcarving. Recommended beginning tool sets are available for purchase. Please call Ron Chappell 541-944-4535 for more information.

Sunday Service: BASE -The Work of Black Alliance & Social Empowerment
2024-09-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 87 4th Street, Ashland, 87 4th Street, Ashland, OR, 97520
The speaker with be Mr. Kim McKandes from Black Alliance & Social Empowerment (BASE). BASE is a nonprofit community organization that provides events, community information-sharing, connection, support, and resources that work towards the well-being and advancement of Black residents living in Southern Oregon.
“In recognizing the humanity of our fellow beings, we pay ourselves the highest tribute.” —Thurgood Marshall
Attend in person or watch live or recorded on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@roguevalleyunitarianuniver8871

South Mountain Friends Meeting
2024-09-01 11:00 - 12:30 | South Mountain Friends Meeting, 543 S. Mountain Ave., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
South Mountain Friends Meeting meeting for worship held 11 a.m. Sundays at 543 S. Mountain Avenue, Ashland.
All are welcome. Activities for children provided. With any questions, call David Runkel at 541-210-0031 or email at davidrunkelor@gmail.com

Ashland Cooling Center
2024-09-01 12:00 - 19:00 | 2200 Ashland St., 2200 Ashland St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
The city of Ashland cooling center in its severe weather shelter at 2200 Ashland St. will be open from noon to 7 p.m.
Space is limited. This is a low-barrier, no frills, cooling center — a safe and clean space with access to cool water and restrooms. The center is staffed at all times by volunteers.
During hot weather, people should drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room if possible, avoid direct sunlight, check on relatives and neighbors, and monitor the latest forecasts and warnings at forecast.weather.gov.
In addition to the severe weather shelter, the Ashland Public Library at 410 Siskiyou Blvd. is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.
Cool off in a City Park
Ashland also offers 19 parks and over 600 acres of open space with shady spots and water activities:
-Swim Reservoir in Lithia Park: Fed by Ashland Creek.
-Wading Area in Lithia Park: Near the children’s playground.
-Splash Pad at Garfield Park: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
-Daniel Meyer Memorial Pool in Hunter Park: Check hours at ashlandoregon.gov/Swim

Intermediate Tai Chi for Older Adults
2024-09-02 09:30 - 10:45 | The Grove, 1195 E Main St, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Tai Chi is a moving meditation that strengthens bones and muscles, improves balance and increases flexibility. Qi Gong, the movement of energy through the body, is also incorporated.
Pre-registration required: ashland.or.us/register or 541.488.5342.

Gentle Yoga for Older Adults
2024-09-02 10:30 - 11:30 | Ashland Senior Center, 1699 Homes Avenue, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
The focus of this one-hour hatha yoga class is to increase strength, flexibility and balance while simultaneously alleviating stress and fatigue. Additional benefits of regular yoga practice include an overall sense of well-being and an increase in self-awareness and self-acceptance. Participants must be aware of their own capabilities in order to participate safely. Ability to get up and down from the floor is required. Each class will conclude with deep relaxation. Ages 50 & up.
$20 per month-long session ($5/class)

Line dancing for older adults
2024-09-02 13:00 - 14:30 | The Grove, 1195 E Main St, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Get active through dance! Line Dance is a choreographed dance in which participants line up in rows and follow a repeated sequence of steps to music. It is a great way to keep your brain on its toes!
Line dancing enhances balance, provides fitness and strength and improves mental acuity through complex movement. No partner is required. Pre-registration required: ashland.or.us/register or 541-488-5342.

Jill Holden and Ray Richmond read from John Pratt’s memoir – Show Me The Way
2024-09-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Bloomsbury Books, 290 E. Main St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Jill Holden, award winning Los Angeles actress and acting coach, and Ray Richmond, formerly of Variety and the Hollywood Reporter, will read from John Pratt’s hysterically funny, deeply moving memoir, Show Me The Way, an account of growing up as a gay man in the sixties and seventies.
Tossed out of the house by his right-wing parents, John met an extraordinary group of people who helped him find his way, surviving the worst of those times and celebrating the very best of them as well.

Books at Noon
2024-09-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Join a group of voracious readers each month at the Ashland Library for a bring-your-own-book style book group. Share what you are reading and find your next great read.

Big Ideas: Milestone, Mistake or Some of Both? Update on Oregon’s Revised Drug Law Measure 110
2024-09-03 16:00 - 17:30 | Ashland Library, 410 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
In November 2020, Oregon voters overwhelmingly passed Ballot Measure 110, which reclassified possession/penalties for specified drugs including heroin, methamphetamine and others.
This year the measure was significantly amended by Oregon House Bill 4002, which repealed the drug decriminalization portion in response to public backlash.
Rep. Pam Marsh, Oregon House of Representatives, District 5; and Kerri Hecox, M.D., MPH, Medical Director and founder of the Oasis Center of the Rogue Valley in Medford, will discuss exactly what happened with Measure 110, the changes brought about by HB 4002, and new the deflection programs in place. Plus, they will cover what 110 funded in the Rogue Valley and the ongoing gaps, barriers and needs in our addiction system.
Part of the “Big Ideas” series, this program is presented by the American Association of University Women (AAUW) Ashland Branch and Jackson County Library Services.

Queer Coffee House
2024-09-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Medford library, 205 S Central Ave, Medford, 97501
Join us for this longstanding program! We’ll gather on the first Tuesday of every month to watch movies, make crafts, play games, build community, and share favorite books, movies, podcasts, and more. LGBTQ+ folks and allies are all welcome!

"To See the Unseen" - Intuitive Development for a Changing World by Leena Miller
2024-09-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Rogue Valley Metaphysical Library, 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, 97520
Leena Rose Miller offers an introduction to her work and a discussion about the various ways we ‘see,’ i.e. ‘receive’ intuitive information.
Leena will also share details of her upcoming Workshop, To See the Unseen, an Intuitive Development Workshop, scheduled for September 7th at Hidden Springs Wellness Center, and will describe the process of her unique approach in her one-on-one healing and mentoring sessions.
Leena Rose Miller is a Medical Intuitive with a practice in Energy Medicine, and a Wellness, Life, and Spiritual Coach from Charlottesville, Virginia.
Leena works as your partner, exploring issues that might be in the way of moving forward, helping you to process and release the old, assisting you in identifying any old emotional patterns of pain, grief, fear that still reside in the body, perhaps presenting as physical pain or discomfort. As the old is released, there is a new space within which to create a healthier and happy body and to live from a more authentic place.
Leena enjoys working collaboratively with physicians, psychotherapists and integrative psychiatrists to optimize the patient’s results and recovery.
FREE ADMISSION – 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, OR. One mile west of I-5 Exit 14

Ashland Cooling Center
2024-09-04 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-09-05 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-09-06 12:00 - 19:00 | 2200 Ashland St., 2200 Ashland St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
The city of Ashland cooling center in its severe weather shelter at 2200 Ashland St. will be open from noon to 7 p.m.
Space is limited. This is a low-barrier, no frills, cooling center — a safe and clean space with access to cool water and restrooms. The center is staffed at all times by volunteers.
During hot weather, people should drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room if possible, avoid direct sunlight, check on relatives and neighbors, and monitor the latest forecasts and warnings at forecast.weather.gov.
In addition to the severe weather shelter, the Ashland Public Library at 410 Siskiyou Blvd. is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.
Ashland also offers 19 parks and over 600 acres of open space with shady spots and water activities:
-Swim Reservoir in Lithia Park: Fed by Ashland Creek.
-Wading Area in Lithia Park: Near the children’s playground.
-Splash Pad at Garfield Park: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
-Daniel Meyer Memorial Pool in Hunter Park: Check hours at ashlandoregon.gov/Swim

City of Ashland Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
2024-09-04 16:00 - 18:00 | Community Development building, 51 Winburn Way, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
City of Ashland’s monthly Historic Preservation Advisory Committee meeting.

Ashland Chamber of Commerce Sidewalk Celebration
2024-09-06, 2024-09-07 | Downtown Ashland, East Main Street, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
From the library to Lovejoy’s and everywhere in between, the event will feature live music, art demonstrations, unique shopping experiences, dining specials and family-friendly activities. The event continues all day Saturday and Sunday. Go to the website of the Ashland Chamber of Commerce for a full schedule: https://www.ashlandchamber.com/page.asp?navid=1385

First Friday Open Meditation
2024-09-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Kagyu Sukha Choling, 109 Clear Creek Drive, Ashland, 97520
The KSC temple will be open on First Friday in September for silent meditation. Come meditate in your own way in the serenity of the KSC Shrine Room. Stay for a few minutes or the entire hour. Then join the community afterwards for a First Friday Art Walk to town!
Open Silent Meditation
Join us on September 6th
4:00 – 5:00 pm

September First Friday Art Show with Steve Koskella
2024-09-06 17:00 - 19:00 | KS Wild Center, 562 "A" Street, Ashland, 97520
Steve Koskella has always felt a part of nature. He is an award-winning photographer and has been an Ashland resident for over 30 years.
In his occupation as an Environmental Consultant, his company K&C Environmental Services has restored and created stream and wetland habitats, both locally and in far-flung areas across several States. Since retiring, he has satisfied his love of nature by capturing intimate portraits of wild creatures in their natural homes.

September First Friday Art Walk!
2024-09-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Ashland, East Main Street, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Join us for First Friday Art Walk!
We’re excited to share a diverse array of wonderful artwork on display this month and created by our very talented artists. From eclectic visual delights, to interesting conversations, intimate music, and tasty treats, the experience continues to grow as you stroll through Downtown Ashland and visit each gallery and studio.
For a complete list of participating locations and a map, please visit the link below.
www.ashlandgalleries.com/pages/first-friday-artwalk

Ashland's First Friday Empanada Throwdown
2024-09-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Resistance Wine Company, 322 N Pioneer St, Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Join us for an exclusive First Friday Flights event at Resistance Wine Company!
Delight in freshly made local empanadas + light summer wines. Expand your artistic adventures to include something for your taste buds.
This event promises a delightful afternoon of savory empanadas and exceptional wine. Perfect for a quick stop on your art walk adventure. Also, we have some art so you don’t just have to look at that weird friend you invited…But, of course bring your friends for a quick sip and snacks to kick your artful evening off right!
$20.00 Wine tastings + whatever an empanada cost in 2024.
RSVPs are greatly appreciated!

First Friday on First
2024-09-06 17:00 - 20:00
Art on First is hosting our “First Friday on First” event, featuring the art of Jessica Johnson along 28 other artists.

To See The Unseen
2024-09-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Hidden Springs Wellness Center, 1651 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Leena Rose Miller will host “To See The Unseen,” an all-day experimental workshop in intuitive development, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7.
The event is “ideal for medical professionals, PTs, therapists, body workers, healers, and anyone ready to identify and enhance their intuitive gifts and increase their awareness,” according to a news release.

Learn various ways you receive information
Identify how you can best “see”
Increase your confidence
Practice remote viewing and psychometry
Explore the institution of synchronicities

$200 registration fee.
Email leena@leenarosesite.com for more information.
